Designer's Tip: Veronika Bobčíková

Text: Andrea Všetečková, Photo: Ilja Hubálek

Designer Veronika Bobčíková is responsible at Blažek for the complete design of outerwear — that is, jackets and coats. As part of the creative team, she also helps shape the direction of the entire collection.

A novelty in this collection is swimwear made from a fabric supplied by our leading shirting partner, Albini. The practical benefits — fast-drying, colour-fast material — will be better described by our marketing colleagues, but what really excites me is that worldly floral print! Hibiscus is a plant found all over the world. It grows in southern Moravia, where I come from, as well as along the coast of the Indian Ocean. So atmospherically, these trunks can take you halfway around the world — even from the comfort of your nearest pond.

I'm a fan of minimalist style — as the saying goes, less is (always) more. Although this coat stands out with its unusual camel-like colour, it still ties in beautifully across the collection and pairs perfectly with the other pieces. And those white trainers with it — that's a true tribute to minimalism.

This is one of my favourite blazers from the last several collections. Beautiful colouring, wonderfully versatile — even style-wise. And the holy trinity of wool, silk and linen gives it excellent practical qualities for warmer days. For me, it's the very definition of spring.